Lentil Tomato Soup

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This is a really quick to put together and good for those cold winter days. Now that my husband doesn't eat meat, i use vegetarian stock and leave out the bacon.

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Steps

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In a large saucepan , heat butter and cook onion and bacon till beginning to brown.

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Stir in lentils , add stock , tomatoes and their juice and stir well.

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Bring to boil and reduce heat.

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Simmer , covered , for 20-30 mins until lentils are cooked.

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Liquidise soup in blender , add salt and pepper to taste.

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Garnish with a swirl of cream , serve with crusty bread or toast.

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Ingredients

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butter, onion, smoked bacon, dried red lentils, vegetable stock, chopped tomatoes, salt & pepper, double cream